Teaching Assistant Level 2 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy

·       An opportunity to work within a welcoming and enthusiastic environment with wonderful children, supportive staff, governors and parents

·       Close links and group support from the other schools in this forward-thinking Catholic multi-academy trust at this exciting time in our development

·       An opportunity to be part of a team of dedicated, talented and hardworking individuals

·       Entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme which is one of the most competitive on the market, with employer contributions of 18.5%

·       A true commitment to Continuing Professional Development with access to a library of on-line training courses and fully accredited qualifications and opportunities to access other relevant paid training.

·       A range of employee benefits which support your well-being that includes:

o   A confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is extended to members of your family

o   A Health Cash Plan which is paid for by the Trust and gives access to a range of benefits which include covering the costs towards optical, dental, alternative therapy treatments, health screening and discounted gym memberships and a large range of retail discounts. Some benefits are also available to family members

o   Flu vaccination clinics

o   Eyecare vouchers

If you would like to apply for the position, you should complete the application form by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button.  You will need to read the notes to applicants, privacy notice, job description and person specification.

The Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, religion, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, sex and sexual orientation.

 Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post will be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The applicant will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.

 It is not a requirement of this role to be a practising Catholic and applications are invited from individuals committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school.

[1] Please note that whilst the successful candidate will be appointed to a particular school within the Trust, the Trust reserves the right to deploy staff at any of its schools depending on need, where agreement is reached with all parties.